Wesley Du Preez
Iluka
Summary
Graduate economist, seasoned in employing critical thinking and rigorous investigation to identify and evaluate economic trends, public policy, and regulation. Well developed knowledge of local and national economic development issues and the role of government departments in this space. I pride myself on excellent presentation and writing skills, and maintain cross-functional team relationships.
Offering solid foundation in economic principles and theories, eager to learn and grow my proficiency with quantitative tools with an emphasis on thorough research and data analysis, and developing my competence in the application of statistical software and econometric techniques.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Graduate Economist
Department of Treasury
02.2024 - Current
- Generated, analysed and reported data to forecast market trends and explain economic phenomena.
- Utilised effective public speaking skills to succinctly explain complex economic concepts.
- Provided technical support to increase policy impact through high-level economic and public policy advice and analysis.
- Developed comprehensive reports, presenting clear and concise findings to stakeholders for informed decision-making processes.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to address complex economic issues and drive impactful solutions.
- Developed economic standards and provided points of view used in forecasting trends and formulating economic policy.
- Advised executive leadership within Treasury on Federal government policy, offering strategic guidance based on thorough research and assessment of risk factors.
- Translated economic evidence-based findings into comprehensible narrative to communicate policy and project development.
- Promoted economic literacy outside Treasury through tailored presentations and educational workshops catered to diverse audiences, especially high school and university students.
- Assisted in policy-making decisions by providing well-researched recommendations based on economic trends and projections.
Economic Research Assistant (Internship)
Mannkal Economic Education Foundation
08.2022 - 12.2022
- Prioritised tasks effectively to manage multiple projects simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines and maintaining high-quality output.
- Conducted comprehensive literature reviews for research projects that led to a better understanding of current economic trends and issues.
- Conducted statistical review and analysis of quantitative data.
- Investigated and resolved technical or research problems and issues.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on industry trends by attending lectures, seminars, webinars as well as reading related publications.
- Maintained strong professional relationships with external partners, enabling effective collaboration on joint projects.
- Enhanced economic research quality by meticulously collecting, analysing, and interpreting data from various sources.
- Wrote a rigorous article about the Australian Housing Crisis, which was published in Quadrant Magazine.
- Translated economic evidence-based findings into comprehensible narrative to communicate policy and project development.
Digital Education Coordinator
Craftdojo
08.2021 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Taught children from ages 5 to 16, many with special needs such as ASD, ADHD and Dyslexia.
- Resolved technological issues related to network connectivity and software and hardware issues.
- Regularly attended staff meetings and discussed both business plans and educational improvements to the system.
- Liaised with parents and guardians about their children's progress
Education
Bachelor of Commerce - Economics, Politics & Philosophy
University of Notre Dame Australia
Fremantle, WA12-2024
Leadership Development Program - Economics, Philosophy, & Politics
Mannkal Economic Education Foundation
Fremantle, WA11-2022
Bachelor of Arts - Marketing, Advertising And Public Relations
Edith Cowan University
Perth, WA01-2017
Skills
- Data interpretation
- Econometric analysis
- Demand-supply analysis
- Quantitative research
- Energy economics
- Public and Fiscal policy
- Communicating complex information simply
- Research and data collection
- Problem-solving
- Critical thinking
- Public finance
- Econometric Analysis
Timeline
Graduate Economist
Department of Treasury
02.2024 - Current
Economic Research Assistant (Internship)
Mannkal Economic Education Foundation
08.2022 - 12.2022
Digital Education Coordinator
Craftdojo
08.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Commerce - Economics, Politics & Philosophy
University of Notre Dame Australia
Leadership Development Program - Economics, Philosophy, & Politics
Mannkal Economic Education Foundation
Bachelor of Arts - Marketing, Advertising And Public Relations
Edith Cowan University
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